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Buick Riviera

General information

ModelBuick Riviera
Year1963
Rating57.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size6571 ccm (400.96 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement6571 ccm (400.96 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power325.00 PS (239 kW or 321 HP) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Max torque603.00 Nm (61.5 kgf-m or 444.8 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression6.6:1
Bore x stroke106.2 x 92.5 mm (4.2 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1747 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space6040 litres (1,596 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums, 305 mm
Rear brakesDrums, 305 mm

Dimensions and weight

Weight1860 kg (4,100.6 pounds)
Overall length5290 mm (208.3 inches)
Overall width1950 mm (76.8 inches)
Overall height1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase3030 mm (119.3 inches)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.81 gallons)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.82 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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