1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 820 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Invicta | Expedition |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |