1972 AMC Matador vs. 1961 Buick Invicta
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 365 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1961 Buick Invicta | |
Make | AMC | Buick |
Model | Matador | Invicta |
Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 6576 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 106.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1990 mm |