1974 Buick Riviera vs. 1955 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1974 Buick Riviera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 40 kg more than 1955 Cadillac 62.
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:
| 1974 Buick Riviera | 1955 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Riviera | 62 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3290 mm |
