1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy

To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 926 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy.

Because 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy 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 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy has manual transmission. 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Buick Park Avenue 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy
Make Buick Ferrari
Model Park Avenue 375 Indy
Year Released 1995 1951
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 4493 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 346 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1646 kg 720 kg
Vehicle Length 5240 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 970 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2330 mm


 

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