1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Buick Invicta. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Buick Invicta.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Invicta | SL |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |