1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2002 Buick LeSabre is newer by 39 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 115 more horse power than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (206 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 243 kg more than 2002 Buick LeSabre. 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, 2002 Buick LeSabre, 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 2002 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Riviera | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |