1959 Buick Invicta vs. 1943 Simca 8
To start off, 1959 Buick Invicta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Simca 8 would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1943 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1943 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1943 Simca 8. 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. 1959 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1943 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1943 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Buick Invicta | 1943 Simca 8 | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | Invicta | 8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2430 mm |