1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2005 Holden Caprice

To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice 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 30 more horse power than 2005 Holden Caprice. (295 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Caprice.

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 @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Caprice. (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Caprice.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Buick Invicta 2005 Holden Caprice
Make Buick Holden
Model Invicta Caprice
Year Released 1961 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6576 cc 5665 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 325 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 446 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 106.2 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors


 

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