1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1963 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 4 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, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Buick Riviera. (321 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1963 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 600 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1967 Bizzarrini A3C has manual transmission. 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 1963 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Buick |
| Model | A3C | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
