1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 49 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 60 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-150. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Buick Invicta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Invicta | E-150 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1925 mm |