1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z 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 274 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2004 Honda Z | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Invicta | Z |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1490 mm |