1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 49 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 14 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (311 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Buick Invicta. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Buick Invicta.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Buick Invicta | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Invicta | X3 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1881 mm |