1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 36 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 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Buick Invicta (325 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (321 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 670 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. 1962 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta has manual transmission. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
| Model | Invicta | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
