1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 623 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Riviera | R 360 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 63 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |