1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1967 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1967 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera 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) has 66 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Firebird. (255 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 200 kg more than 1967 Pontiac Firebird. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 1967 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Riviera | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 255 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
