1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 624 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX. 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2008 Honda NSX 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 | 2008 Honda NSX | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Invicta | NSX |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |