1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1947 Simca 5
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Simca 5 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1947 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1947 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1947 Simca 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1947 Simca 5 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 1947 Simca 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Park Avenue | 1947 Simca 5 | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | Park Avenue | 5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1947 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |