1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1943 Jeep MB
To start off, 1962 Buick Invicta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Jeep MB would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1943 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1943 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 990 kg more than 1943 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1943 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 Jeep MB 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, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Jeep MB. 1962 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1943 Jeep MB has manual transmission. 1943 Jeep MB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1962 Buick Invicta | 1943 Jeep MB | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Invicta | MB |
Year Released | 1962 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3820 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1460 mm |