1983 BMW 525 vs. 1961 Buick Invicta
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 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 202 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 820 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 525 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 525 | 1961 Buick Invicta | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 525 | Invicta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 6576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
