1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder 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 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Maserati Spyder.
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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Invicta | Spyder |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 4244 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |