1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 103 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2005 Dodge Magnum 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (529 Nm). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Invicta | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
