1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2001 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 406 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 189 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 406. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 726 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Buick Invicta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 406. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2001 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Invicta | 406 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
