1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2001 Volvo SCC
To start off, 2001 Volvo SCC 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 117 more horse power than 2001 Volvo SCC. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo SCC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 619 kg more than 2001 Volvo SCC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo SCC. (285 Nm). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo SCC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2001 Volvo SCC | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Invicta | SCC |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2521 cc |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1451 kg |
