1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 50 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 140 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 408 kg more than 1962 Buick Invicta.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 1962 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2012 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2012 GMC Canyon 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 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Invicta | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
