1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave 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 46 more horse power than 2008 Buick Enclave. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Enclave.
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, 2008 Buick Enclave, 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 2008 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Riviera | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
