2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1951 Buick 40
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 47 kg more than 1951 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Buick 40 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 1951 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Park Avenue | 1951 Buick 40 | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Park Avenue | 40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4066 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 104.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3090 mm |