1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1964 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1971 Buick Riviera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Cadillac DeVille 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 103 more horse power than 1964 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1964 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 6 kg more than 1971 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1964 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Riviera | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3300 mm |
