1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 534 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Invicta | E |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
