2009 Acura TSX vs. 1962 Buick Invicta
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 282 kg more than 2009 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Buick Invicta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1962 Buick Invicta | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | TSX | Invicta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 6576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
