1959 Buick Invicta vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 760 kg more than 1959 Buick Invicta.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano, 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Buick Invicta | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Invicta | Viano |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |