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Buick Invicta 1959

General information

ModelBuick Invicta
Year1959
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size6576 ccm (401.27 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement6576 ccm (401.27 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power329.50 PS (242 kW or 325 HP) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Max torque583.00 Nm (59.4 kgf-m or 430.0 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.3:1
Bore x stroke106.2 x 92.5 mm (4.2 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1592 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space6180 litres (1,633 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (527.6 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight2070 kg (4,563.6 pounds)
Overall length5530 mm (217.7 inches)
Overall width1990 mm (78.3 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase3130 mm (123.2 inches)
Fuel capacity72.0 litres (19.02 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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