2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1962 MG 1100
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG 1100 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 189 more horse power than 1962 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1962 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 937 kg more than 1962 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Park Avenue | 1962 MG 1100 | |
Make | Buick | MG |
Model | Park Avenue | 1100 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2380 mm |