1993 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Buick Invicta
To start off, 1993 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1993 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 620 kg more than 1993 BMW 325. 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. 1959 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 325 | 1959 Buick Invicta | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | Invicta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3130 mm |
