1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Buick Riviera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 660 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4. 1972 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Riviera | P4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 54 L |