1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 47 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 71 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 2008 GMC Sierra 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, 2008 GMC Sierra 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Invicta | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5999 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
