1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 150 kg more than 1962 Buick Invicta.
Because 1962 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 1962 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Invicta | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 8190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5700 mm |
