1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2002 Caterham Superlight R
To start off, 2002 Caterham Superlight R is newer by 40 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. (190 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1580 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. 1962 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2002 Caterham Superlight R has manual transmission. 2002 Caterham Superlight R 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 | 2002 Caterham Superlight R | |
| Make | Buick | Caterham |
| Model | Invicta | Superlight R |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
