1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
To start off, 1987 Buick Riviera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud would be higher. At 6,223 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 480 kg more than 1987 Buick Riviera.
Because 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud 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 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera, 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.
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1987 Buick Riviera | 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | |
Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Riviera | Silver Cloud |
Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6223 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 0 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3130 mm |