1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 48 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1962 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1962 Buick Invicta.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Buick Invicta. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Buick Invicta.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Buick Invicta | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Invicta | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 821 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |