1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 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 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 680 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 360 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.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Invicta | 360 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |