1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2009 Holden Captiva

To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 47 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 177 more horse power than 2009 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Holden Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Holden Captiva 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, 2009 Holden Captiva 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Captiva.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Buick Invicta 2009 Holden Captiva
Make Buick Holden
Model Invicta Captiva
Year Released 1962 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6576 cc 1990 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 106.2 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1855 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1860 mm