1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1966 Ferrari 206
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 206 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 25 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 206. (217 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ferrari 206 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 1966 Ferrari 206. 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 1966 Ferrari 206 has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 206 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 | 1966 Ferrari 206 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Park Avenue | 206 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |