1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 36 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Buick Riviera. (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1963 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 510 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
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) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F355 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 | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Riviera | F355 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
