2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1962 Innocenti 950

To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1962 Innocenti 950. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1962 Innocenti 950 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 1962 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, 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 Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1962 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1962 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Buick Rendezvous 1962 Innocenti 950
Make Buick Innocenti
Model Rendezvous 950
Year Released 2005 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3556 cc 948 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 245 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 73 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1866 kg 730 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2130 mm