1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 51 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1962 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 200 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Buick Invicta | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Invicta | XJ |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2105 mm |