1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 51 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, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta.
Because 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Invicta | R8 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1905 mm |