1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
