1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 43 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 20 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 114 L |
