1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 1962 Buick Invicta (325 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 670 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Invicta | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1400 kg |
