1967 Mini MK II vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini MK II would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1967 Mini MK II. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1241 kg more than 1967 Mini MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Buick Park Avenue is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Mini MK II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini MK II. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini MK II. 2008 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1967 Mini MK II has manual transmission. 1967 Mini MK II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mini MK II | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Mini | Buick |
Model | MK II | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3009 mm |