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 (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 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. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 273 kg more than 1961 Buick Invicta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 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. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram 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 | 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 | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
