1959 Buick Invicta vs. 1962 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1962 Cadillac 62 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta 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 128 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 15 kg more than 1962 Cadillac 62. 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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Buick Invicta | 1962 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Invicta | 62 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 6388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 582 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |