1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electron 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 198 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fairthorpe Electron 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 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1960 Fairthorpe Electron has manual transmission. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron 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 | 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | |
Make | Buick | Fairthorpe |
Model | Park Avenue | Electron |
Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |