1959 Buick Invicta vs. 2012 Audi S8
To start off, 2012 Audi S8 is newer by 53 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, 2012 Audi S8 (513 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1959 Buick Invicta. (325 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Buick Invicta.
Because 2012 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 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, 2012 Audi S8 (650 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Buick Invicta. (583 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Buick Invicta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Buick Invicta | 2012 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Invicta | S8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 513 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1948 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2992 mm |
