1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS 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 120 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Invicta | IS |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |