1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1965 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 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 252 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 936 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. 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 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Buick Riviera | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Buick | Wartburg |
Model | Riviera | 312 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 81 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |