1959 Buick Invicta vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 54 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (459 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 266 kg more than 1959 Buick Invicta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Buick Invicta. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Buick Invicta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Buick Invicta | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Invicta | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 459 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2156 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |