1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1965 Buick Riviera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1965 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Riviera | 62 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
