1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1959 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 (291 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 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 1086 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 256 F1.
Because 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 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 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. 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 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 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.
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1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Park Avenue | 256 F1 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2230 mm |