1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (474 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1962 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1962 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 192 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Buick Invicta. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Buick Invicta.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Buick Invicta | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Invicta | CLK |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 474 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1878 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |