1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 48 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 211 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
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, 2011 Peugeot 408, 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 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Riviera | 408 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 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 Length | 5290 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
