1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1958 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1958 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 12 M.
Because 1958 Ford 12 M 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 Ford 12 M. 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 1958 Ford 12 M has manual transmission. 1958 Ford 12 M 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 | 1958 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Park Avenue | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2500 mm |
