1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1963 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1971 Buick Riviera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1963 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 650T. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1963 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1963 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 1963 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Buick | Steyr |
Model | Riviera | 650T |
Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 1850 mm |