1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1956 Talbot Sport
To start off, 1963 Buick Riviera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot Sport 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 203 more horse power than 1956 Talbot Sport. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 860 kg more than 1956 Talbot Sport. 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 1956 Talbot Sport has manual transmission. 1956 Talbot Sport 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 | 1956 Talbot Sport | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | Riviera | Sport |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
