1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 36 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 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 237 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 936 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Buick Riviera | 2001 Honda Z | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | Z |
Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 61 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |