1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 39 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 310 kg more than 1963 Buick Riviera.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (441 Nm). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Tundra |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |