1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 6 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 465 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Riviera | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
