1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1993 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 32 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 528 kg more than 1993 Dodge Viper.
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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Buick Invicta. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Buick Invicta. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1993 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1993 Dodge Viper 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 | 1993 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Invicta | Viper |
Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 359 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 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 Weight | 2070 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |