2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1955 Ferrari 212
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 212 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 41 more horse power than 1955 Ferrari 212. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1955 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 807 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 212. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Park Avenue | 1955 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Park Avenue | 212 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 159 L |
