1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia 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) has 163 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia 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, 2010 Opel Insignia 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) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Riviera | Insignia |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 603 Nm | 350 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2737 mm |