1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 42 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 65 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 869 kg more than 1962 Buick Invicta.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-250. (476 Nm). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Invicta | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
