1959 Buick Invicta vs. 2004 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2004 Eagle Talon is newer by 45 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 117 more horse power than 2004 Eagle Talon. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2004 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 650 kg more than 2004 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Buick Invicta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Eagle Talon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Eagle Talon. 1959 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2004 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 2004 Eagle Talon 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 | 2004 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Buick | Eagle |
| Model | Invicta | Talon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2520 mm |
