1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1995 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 34 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 85 more horse power than 1995 Buick Riviera. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 370 kg more than 1995 Buick Riviera. 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, 1995 Buick Riviera, 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Riviera. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 1995 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Invicta | Riviera |
Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |