1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2004 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 405 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 191 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 405. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 405. (205 Nm). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2004 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Invicta | 405 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 925 kg |
