1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 46 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 424 kg more than 1962 Buick Invicta.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. 1962 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | Invicta | Discovery |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 583 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 2494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4500 mm |