1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L 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) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 392 kg more than 2005 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (258 Nm). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Riviera | L |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
