1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1965 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 936 kg more than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2390 mm |
