2007 Acura RDX vs. 1963 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 44 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 81 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RDX.
Because 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1963 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RDX | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
