1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1961 Buick Invicta.
Because 2012 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Invicta | X5 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1933 mm |