1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1996 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 240 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1965 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Riviera. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1965 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1965 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1996 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Avanti | Buick |
| Model | Avanti | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
