1959 Buick Invicta vs. 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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 206 more horse power than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (119 HP @ 3450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 170 kg more than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Buick Invicta | 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Invicta | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 4980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2800 mm |
