1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 150 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 512 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback. 1962 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Outback 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.
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1962 Buick Invicta | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Invicta | Outback |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
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 | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |