1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster 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 71 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 750 kg more than 2001 Porsche Boxster. 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Invicta | Boxster |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |