1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2013 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKX is newer by 52 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 24 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKX. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 61 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKX 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, 2013 Lincoln MKX 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKX. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2013 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Invicta | MKX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2222 mm |
