1959 Buick Invicta vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 46 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 98 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Lancia Thesis. 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis, 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Buick Invicta | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Invicta | Thesis |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |