1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial would be higher. At 3,800 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 79 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial. (161 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial 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 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Park Avenue | 500 Mondial |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 750 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2260 mm |
