2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. (240 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 672 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia 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 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. 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. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia has manual transmission. 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Park Avenue | 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Park Avenue | 250 Mille Miglia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1090 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 159 L |
