1959 Buick Invicta vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 47 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1959 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 992 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 1959 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Invicta | SSR |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
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 | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |