1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 600 kg more than 1961 Buick Invicta.
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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Buick Invicta. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Buick Invicta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Invicta | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 6092 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
