1959 Buick Invicta vs. 2007 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 48 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 108 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Impala, 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Buick Invicta | 2007 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Invicta | Impala |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
