1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 34 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 715 kg more than 2009 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 1962 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Invicta | Boxster |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1300 mm |