2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 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 116 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 710 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Porsche 912 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 1967 Porsche 912. 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) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1967 Porsche 912 has manual transmission. 1967 Porsche 912 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 | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Park Avenue | 912 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 133 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
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 | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |