1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 382 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 1972 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Riviera | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Riviera | Impala |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
