1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 36 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 108 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1961 Buick Invicta.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1997 Ford F-150 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 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Invicta | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
