2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 92 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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.
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2004 Buick Park Avenue | 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Park Avenue | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 119 L |