1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1965 MG MGC
To start off, 1965 MG MGC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1965 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGC.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGC. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1965 MG MGC has manual transmission. 1965 MG MGC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 1965 MG MGC | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | Invicta | MGC |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4530 mm |
