1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 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) has 211 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 461 kg more than 2011 Volvo S80. 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 Volvo S80, 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) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (270 Nm). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Invicta | S80 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1864 mm |
