1959 Buick Invicta vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 38 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Buick Invicta. (325 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 564 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper.
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, 1997 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Buick Invicta. (583 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Buick Invicta. 1959 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Viper 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 | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Invicta | Viper |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 415 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
