1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 45 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 187 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 567 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Buick Invicta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira. 1962 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Zafira 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 | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Invicta | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
