1984 Ferrari GTO vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ferrari GTO 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 1984 Ferrari GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1984 Ferrari GTO (496 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari GTO has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari GTO | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Ferrari | Buick |
| Model | GTO | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
