1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 547 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Buick Invicta. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Buick Invicta. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Invicta | Viper |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 8276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 102.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 100.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |