1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 is newer by 40 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 247 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 870 kg more than 2003 Proton 400. 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, 2003 Proton 400, 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2003 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 2003 Proton 400 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 | 2003 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | Riviera | 400 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
