1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1953 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 1963 Buick Riviera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 255 S 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 113 more horse power than 1953 Ferrari 255 S. (208 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1953 Ferrari 255 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 255 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1953 Ferrari 255 S has manual transmission. 1953 Ferrari 255 S 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 | 1953 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Riviera | 255 S |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2713 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 159 L |
