1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1979 Monteverdi Sierra
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Monteverdi Sierra. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1979 Monteverdi Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1979 Monteverdi Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | Monteverdi |
| Model | Park Avenue | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
