1959 Buick Invicta vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 420 kg more than 1959 Buick Invicta.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (561 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Buick Invicta | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Invicta | G |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 96 L |