1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1944 Citroen 11
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 620 kg more than 1944 Citroen 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 1944 Citroen 11 has manual transmission. 1944 Citroen 11 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 | 1944 Citroen 11 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Park Avenue | 11 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3100 mm |