1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2007 Jeep Commander

To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander 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 97 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 340 kg more than 1961 Buick Invicta.

Because 2007 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Commander. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Commander.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Buick Invicta 2007 Jeep Commander
Make Buick Jeep
Model Invicta Commander
Year Released 1961 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6576 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 2410 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4790 mm


 

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