1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC 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, 1962 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC.
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, 2010 Scion tC, 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Buick | Scion |
| Model | Invicta | tC |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1755 mm |
