1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Xedos 6 is newer by 35 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 215 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 720 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Xedos 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Buick | Xedos |
Model | Riviera | 6 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |