1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1960 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1995 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1960 Cadillac 62 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 1960 Cadillac 62. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1960 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Park Avenue | 62 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
