1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2004 Pontiac G6 is newer by 39 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 91 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac G6. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 342 kg more than 2004 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Buick Riviera 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 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac G6, 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 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac G6. (298 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2004 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Riviera | G6 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
