1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 42 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1963 Buick Riviera. (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1963 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 107 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 2005 Dodge Magnum 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum 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) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (529 Nm). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
