1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 1998 Ford F-250 is newer by 37 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 69 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1961 Buick Invicta.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 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, 1998 Ford F-250 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Invicta | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
