2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1954 Talbot Baby
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Talbot Baby. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Talbot Baby would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1954 Talbot Baby. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1954 Talbot Baby. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 32 kg more than 1954 Talbot Baby. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Talbot Baby 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 1954 Talbot Baby. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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:
| 2003 Buick Park Avenue | 1954 Talbot Baby | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | Park Avenue | Baby |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3130 mm |
