1959 Buick Invicta vs. 1977 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1977 Ferrari Dino is newer by 18 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 87 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 741 kg more than 1977 Ferrari Dino. 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino. 1959 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1977 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1977 Ferrari Dino 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 | 1977 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Invicta | Dino |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
