2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ferrari 612 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 2005 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 612 | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Ferrari | Buick |
Model | 612 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 515 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 68 L |