2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1980 Porsche 936

To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 936. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 936 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 936 (573 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2005 Buick Park Avenue. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 936 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1980 Porsche 936.

Because 1980 Porsche 936 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 1980 Porsche 936. 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 1980 Porsche 936 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 936 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.

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2005 Buick Park Avenue 1980 Porsche 936
Make Buick Porsche
Model Park Avenue 936
Year Released 2005 1980
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3785 cc 2141 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 573 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 8500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1762 kg 700 kg