2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1955 Fiat V8
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat V8 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 117 more horse power than 1955 Fiat V8. (125 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 622 kg more than 1955 Fiat V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat V8 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 1955 Fiat V8. 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 1955 Fiat V8 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat V8 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 | 1955 Fiat V8 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Park Avenue | V8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
