1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2005 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 382 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ 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 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ has manual transmission. 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2005 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | RZ | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |