1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 41 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 270 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 900 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z 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, 2004 Honda Z 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 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Z 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 | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Riviera | Z |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
