1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 57 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
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, 2009 Mazda CX-9, 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Invicta | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 269 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
