1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 1973 DAF 66 is newer by 10 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 265 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1973 DAF 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (99 Nm). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 1973 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Riviera | 66 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 32 L |
