1974 Buick Riviera vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1974 Buick Riviera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 1974 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1963 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1963 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Riviera | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Buick | Wartburg |
Model | Riviera | 311 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |