1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1962 Buick Invicta
To start off, 1962 Buick Invicta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 950 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 1962 Buick Invicta | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 55 | Invicta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
