1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2001 Spyker C8 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, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 Buick Riviera. (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 710 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Spyker C8. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Spyker C8. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2001 Spyker C8 has manual transmission. 2001 Spyker C8 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 | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
Make | Buick | Spyker |
Model | Riviera | C8 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |