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Performance & Classic Car Data
The Coupe version of the Riviera model has a 6555 cc (400.0 ci) 16 valve V 8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular Buick Riviera 6.6 V8 has a 3 speed / Auto gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The Riviera's 6555 cc (400.0 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 325 bhp (242 kW) @ 4400 rpm.
The Buick Riviera produces torque measuring 445 lb-ft (603.3 Nm) @ 2800 rpm.
The Riviera weighs around 1901 kg (4190 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 170.9 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 234.0 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Buick Riviera 6.6 V8 - [1962] has a top speed of 123 mph (197.9 kph)
This Riviera accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 8.10 seconds or 0-100kph in 8.4s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.36 seconds with a trap speed of 92.1 mph.
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