2009 Audi R8 vs. 1961 Buick Invicta
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 48 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, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1961 Buick Invicta | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | R8 | Invicta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
