1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1957 Ferrari 246
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 246. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 246 would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 246 (277 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 246 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 1180 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 246.
Because 1957 Ferrari 246 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 1957 Ferrari 246. 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 1957 Ferrari 246 has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 246 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 | 1957 Ferrari 246 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Park Avenue | 246 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 2417 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2170 mm |