1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1978 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1978 Lancia Gamma is newer by 17 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 209 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 744 kg more than 1978 Lancia Gamma. 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, 1978 Lancia Gamma, 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 1978 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Invicta | Gamma |
Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |