1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type 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 90 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 411 kg more than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2006 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2006 Jaguar S-Type 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.
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1961 Buick Invicta | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Invicta | S-Type |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |