2000 BMW 323 vs. 1959 Buick Invicta
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 41 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, 2000 BMW 323 (341 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1959 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 323 | 1959 Buick Invicta | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 323 | Invicta |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 6576 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 583 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3130 mm |