1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 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 193 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 291 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. 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, 2007 Volvo S60, 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Riviera | S60 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |