1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS 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 23 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 268 kg more than 2011 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Invicta | STS |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1802 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1844 mm |