1998 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1973 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1998 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 312 (478 HP @ 12500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 312.
Because 1973 Ferrari 312 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 1973 Ferrari 312. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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. 1998 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 312 has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Buick Park Avenue | 1973 Ferrari 312 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Park Avenue | 312 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 12500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |