1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 2000 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2000 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 640 kg more than 1991 Ferrari F40.
Because 1991 Ferrari F40 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 1991 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. 2000 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari F40 | 2000 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Ferrari | Buick |
Model | F40 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |