1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 10 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 645 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Invicta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
