1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander 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 85 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 290 kg more than 1961 Buick Invicta.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander, 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2007 Chevrolet Uplander | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Invicta | Uplander |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3884 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |