1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2001 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 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 148 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 210 kg more than 1963 Buick Riviera.
Because 2001 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 2001 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Riviera | Ram |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |