2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1965 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C 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 222 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1965 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr 700C 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 1965 Steyr 700C. 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 (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 700C 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 | 1965 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Buick | Steyr |
Model | Park Avenue | 700C |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1950 mm |