1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 858 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 820 kg more than 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 900 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Buick Invicta. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Buick Invicta. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero has manual transmission. 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Buick | SSC |
| Model | Invicta | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2080 mm |
