2001 Audi A8 vs. 1961 Buick Invicta
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 40 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 78 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1961 Buick Invicta | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Invicta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6576 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
