2004 BMW M3 vs. 1961 Buick Invicta
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 43 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, 2004 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 521 kg more than 2004 BMW M3.
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) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 1961 Buick Invicta | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M3 | Invicta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
