1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1971 Holden Belmont is newer by 8 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 139 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 480 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Belmont. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Belmont. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Belmont 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 | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Riviera | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4140 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
