2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 5,673 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (164 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Buick Riviera.
Because 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Riviera | 1950 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Riviera | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5673 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
