2001 Acura NSX vs. 1959 Buick Invicta
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 42 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, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1959 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Buick Invicta.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (542 Nm). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 1959 Buick Invicta | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | NSX | Invicta |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6576 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 583 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3130 mm |