1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 16 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 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 160 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, 1978 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Invicta | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 6964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 103.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 103.1 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 | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
