1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2006 Ford Fusion

To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 45 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 165 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1961 Buick Invicta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Buick Invicta 2006 Ford Fusion
Make Buick Ford
Model Invicta Fusion
Year Released 1961 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6576 cc 2278 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 325 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 212 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1840 mm


 

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