1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 507 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Invicta | Sierra |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 6590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |