1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1962 Buick Invicta
To start off, 1987 Avanti Avanti is newer by 25 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, 1962 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 450 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 1962 Buick Invicta | |
Make | Avanti | Buick |
Model | Avanti | Invicta |
Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 6576 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |