1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 41 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 186 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Mazda 6, 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6. 1962 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda 6 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 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Invicta | 6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
