1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2001 Subaru WX 01
To start off, 2001 Subaru WX 01 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 108 more horse power than 2001 Subaru WX 01. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru WX 01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 560 kg more than 2001 Subaru WX 01. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru WX 01 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 Subaru WX 01 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru WX 01. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru WX 01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2001 Subaru WX 01 | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Invicta | WX 01 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
