1959 Buick Invicta vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 50 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 8 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 628 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Buick Invicta | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Invicta | Armada |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |