1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Buick Riviera. (603 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Buick Riviera. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Buick Riviera | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Riviera | Viper |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 7999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 450 HP |
Torque | 603 Nm | 664 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 273 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |