1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Audi TT
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 45 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 74 more horse power than 2008 Audi TT. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi TT 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, 2008 Audi TT 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 2008 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 2008 Audi TT | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Riviera | TT |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
