1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1942 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1942 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1942 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1942 Oldsmobile 66 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 1942 Oldsmobile 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1942 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1942 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1942 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Park Avenue | 66 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1942 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
