1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 25 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 219 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 770 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 505 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 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Invicta | 505 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |