1996 BMW 332 vs. 1961 Buick Invicta
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 35 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 2 more horse power than 1996 BMW 332. (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 510 kg more than 1996 BMW 332. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 332. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 332 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:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 1961 Buick Invicta | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 332 | Invicta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 6576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
