1967 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2003 Ford Econoline is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econoline weights approximately 425 kg more than 1967 Buick Riviera.
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.
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1967 Buick Riviera | 2003 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Econoline |
Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7048 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3510 mm |