1959 Buick Invicta vs. 1965 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1965 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 6 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 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Eldorado. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 45 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 | 1965 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Invicta | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
