1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Buick Riviera. (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1963 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 421 kg more than 1963 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Riviera | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2281 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |