1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2007 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 46 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 71 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 288 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac STS 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, 2007 Cadillac STS 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2007 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Invicta | STS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
