1959 Buick Invicta vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 171 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry.
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, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Buick Invicta | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Invicta | Camry |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2358 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
