1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1945 Jeep MB
To start off, 1963 Buick Riviera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep MB would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 780 kg more than 1945 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep MB 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep MB. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1945 Jeep MB has manual transmission. 1945 Jeep MB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 1945 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Riviera | MB |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |
