1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1965 Buick Riviera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial 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 12 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 464 kg more than 1965 Buick Riviera.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Riviera | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3800 mm |
