2005 BMW 530 vs. 1961 Buick Invicta
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 44 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 56 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (269 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (571 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1961 Buick Invicta | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 530 | Invicta |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6576 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 106.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |