1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 415 kg more than 1963 Buick Riviera.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | Patrol |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |