1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 210 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 675 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Invicta | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |