1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 42 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 202 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Roadster has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Roadster 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.
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1961 Buick Invicta | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Invicta | Roadster |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
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 | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |