1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 44 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 124 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 611 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu, 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Invicta | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
