1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 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 S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 Audi S5.
Because 2012 Audi S5 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 S5 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S5. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2012 Audi S5 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Invicta | S5 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1852 mm |