1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2013 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-9 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 56 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-9. (269 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 143 kg more than 2013 Mazda CX-9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Buick Invicta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-9, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2013 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Invicta | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1927 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1936 mm |
