2006 Maybach 62 vs. 1998 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2006 Maybach 62 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Maybach 62 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 2006 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2006 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maybach 62 | 1998 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Maybach | Buick |
Model | 62 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |