1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1964 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1964 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1964 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 408 kg more than 1995 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1964 Cadillac DeVille 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 1964 Cadillac DeVille. 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 | 1964 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Park Avenue | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
