1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2001 Lexus RX
To start off, 2001 Lexus RX is newer by 40 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 127 more horse power than 2001 Lexus RX. (198 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lexus RX 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, 2001 Lexus RX 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2001 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Invicta | RX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
