1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1957 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 880 kg more than 1957 Maserati 350S.
Because 1957 Maserati 350S 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 1957 Maserati 350S. 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. 1992 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati 350S has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati 350S 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 | 1957 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Park Avenue | 350S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2330 mm |
