1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 94 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 227 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Riviera | Forester |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
