1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 101 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 490 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190 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.
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1992 Buick Park Avenue | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Park Avenue | 190 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |