1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 46 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 40 more horse power than 2009 GMC Envoy. (281 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Envoy.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 2009 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Riviera | Envoy |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |