1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1962 Porsche 718
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Porsche 718. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Porsche 718 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 94 more horse power than 1962 Porsche 718. (146 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1962 Porsche 718. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1962 Porsche 718. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Porsche 718 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 1962 Porsche 718. 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 1962 Porsche 718 has manual transmission. 1962 Porsche 718 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 | 1962 Porsche 718 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Park Avenue | 718 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
