1983 BMW 323 vs. 1961 Buick Invicta
To start off, 1983 BMW 323 is newer by 22 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 177 more horse power than 1983 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 943 kg more than 1983 BMW 323. 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 323. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 323 | 1961 Buick Invicta | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 323 | Invicta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 6576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1990 mm |
