1959 Buick Invicta vs. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 52 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 42 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 24 kg more than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Buick Invicta | 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Invicta | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |