1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2012 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2012 Holden Caprice 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) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Holden Caprice. (278 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Caprice.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Caprice. (350 Nm). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2012 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Invicta | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 278 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
