1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
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 Dodge Ram, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Invicta | Ram |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
