1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2009 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2009 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 48 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 779 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 694 kg more than 2009 Zenvo ST1.
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, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 847 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Buick Invicta. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Buick Invicta. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2009 Zenvo ST1 has manual transmission. 2009 Zenvo ST1 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.
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1961 Buick Invicta | 2009 Zenvo ST1 | |
Make | Buick | Zenvo |
Model | Invicta | ST1 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 1104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 1430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2041 mm |