1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 47 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 49 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (272 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 251 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. 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, 2010 Mazda 6, 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Riviera | 6 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |