1956 Buick 40 vs. 1973 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1973 Buick Riviera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 450 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
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, 1973 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 1973 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | 40 | Riviera |
Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3110 mm |