1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX 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 154 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 712 kg more than 1951 Holden FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Holden FX 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 1951 Holden FX. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1951 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1951 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Park Avenue | 1951 Holden FX | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Park Avenue | FX |
Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |