1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 31 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 49 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 685 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Invicta | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |