1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1949 Maserati 4
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Maserati 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Maserati 4 would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Maserati 4 (256 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Maserati 4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1949 Maserati 4.
Because 1949 Maserati 4 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 1949 Maserati 4. 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 1949 Maserati 4 has manual transmission. 1949 Maserati 4 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.
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1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1949 Maserati 4 | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Park Avenue | 4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 630 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |