1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 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, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1962 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2004 Noble M12.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Noble M12. (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Noble M12. 1962 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2004 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2004 Noble M12 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 | 2004 Noble M12 | |
Make | Buick | Noble |
Model | Invicta | M12 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |