1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1992 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 29 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 206 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort S8. 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 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort S8. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1992 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1992 Donkervoort S8 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 | 1992 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Buick | Donkervoort |
Model | Riviera | S8 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |