1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 217 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
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 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Invicta | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |