1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1962 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 594 kg more than 1962 Buick Invicta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Invicta | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
