1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1962 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1962 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 375 kg more than 1962 Buick Invicta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Invicta | GL |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
