1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2000 Marcos Mantis is newer by 37 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, 2000 Marcos Mantis (506 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1963 Buick Riviera. (321 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1963 Buick Riviera.
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, 2000 Marcos Mantis (613 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Buick Riviera. (603 Nm). This means 2000 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Buick Riviera. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2000 Marcos Mantis has manual transmission. 2000 Marcos Mantis 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 | 2000 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Buick | Marcos |
| Model | Riviera | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 506 HP |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 613 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
