2003 BMW X3 vs. 1963 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1963 Buick Riviera.
Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X3. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 1963 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X3 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
