1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 44 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1963 Buick Riviera. (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1963 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 422 kg more than 1963 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Riviera | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 129 L |
