1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 127 kg more than 1961 Buick Invicta.
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 Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Invicta | Silverado |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2197 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |