1959 Buick Invicta vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 770
To start off, 1959 Buick Invicta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 770. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 770 would be higher. At 7,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 770 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 770. (153 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 770. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 770 weights approximately 1332 kg more than 1959 Buick Invicta.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Buick Invicta | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 770 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Invicta | 770 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1943 |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 7655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 3402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 6010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3890 mm |
