1978 Buick Estate vs. 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4
To start off, 1978 Buick Estate is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 865 kg more than 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Estate | 1963 Triumph Dove GTR4 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Estate | Dove GTR4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2140 mm |
