1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (420 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1962 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1962 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 379 kg more than 1962 Buick Invicta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (551 Nm). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Invicta | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
