1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 38 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. (540 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Invicta | S |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |