2007 Audi TT vs. 1963 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2007 Audi TT 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 74 more horse power than 2007 Audi TT. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi TT 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 Audi TT 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1963 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | TT | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
