1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 187 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 520 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC. 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC, 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Invicta | CC |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1855 mm |
