2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 867 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Porsche 356 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 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1954 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1954 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Park Avenue | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Park Avenue | 356 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
