1999 Volkswagen W12 vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue

To start off, both 1999 Volkswagen W12 and 1999 Buick Park Avenue were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,598 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen W12 (414 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1999 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Park Avenue.

Because 1999 Volkswagen W12 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 1999 Volkswagen W12. 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 Volkswagen W12 1999 Buick Park Avenue
Make Volkswagen Buick
Model W12 Park Avenue
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5598 cc 3798 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type W V
Horse Power 414 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1050 mm 1460 mm


 

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