1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 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 266 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 451 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Buick Invicta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (112 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Invicta | C5 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |