1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1970 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1970 Buick Riviera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Riviera (265 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 456 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick Riviera (522 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1970 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
Model | Tickford | Riviera |
Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |