1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 50 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 64 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 310 kg more than 2011 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2011 Audi A5 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Invicta | A5 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1852 mm |