1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1995 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 806 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 233 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 806. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 430 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 806. 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 Peugeot 806, 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 806. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 806. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1995 Peugeot 806 has manual transmission. 1995 Peugeot 806 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 | 1995 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Invicta | 806 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 21.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
