2008 BMW X3 vs. 1961 Buick Invicta
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 1961 Buick Invicta | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | X3 | Invicta |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6576 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 106.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |