1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Buick Invicta. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Buick Invicta. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Invicta | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
