2001 BMW Z9 vs. 1961 Buick Invicta
To start off, 2001 BMW Z9 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 39 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z9. (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 455 kg more than 2001 BMW Z9. 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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Buick Invicta. (583 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Buick Invicta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 1961 Buick Invicta | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z9 | Invicta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 6576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
