2008 BMW 650 vs. 1961 Buick Invicta
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 47 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, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 650. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1961 Buick Invicta | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 650 | Invicta |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6576 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 106.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1990 mm |