1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2000 Ford ST 460
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 is newer by 39 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, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta.
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) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford ST 460 has manual transmission. 2000 Ford ST 460 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 | 2000 Ford ST 460 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Invicta | ST 460 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 178 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |