1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.

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) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Buick Invicta 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model Invicta Corvette
Year Released 1961 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6576 cc 5736 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 488 Nm
Engine Bore Size 106.2 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.1:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1880 mm


 

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