1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 700 kg more than 1949 Simca 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Simca 8 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 1949 Simca 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8. 1992 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1949 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1949 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Park Avenue | 1949 Simca 8 | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | Park Avenue | 8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2450 mm |