1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2005 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 43 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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1962 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Buick Invicta | 2005 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Invicta | XKR |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |