1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 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) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. 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, 2006 Rover 75, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Riviera | 75 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
