1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1970 Saab Sonett II
To start off, 1970 Saab Sonett II is newer by 9 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 261 more horse power than 1970 Saab Sonett II. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab Sonett II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1970 Saab Sonett II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Saab Sonett II, 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab Sonett II. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab Sonett II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 1970 Saab Sonett II | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Invicta | Sonett II |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
