1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2006 Proton Gen-2 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 213 more horse power than 2006 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 2006 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | Riviera | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
