1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Buick Riviera. (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1963 Buick Riviera.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Buick Riviera. (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Riviera | Touareg |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 1153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |