1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Lincoln Aviator
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Aviator 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) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Aviator. (302 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Aviator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 325 kg more than 1963 Buick Riviera.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Aviator. (407 Nm). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Aviator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 2004 Lincoln Aviator | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Riviera | Aviator |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
