1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 40 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 576 kg more than 1965 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Buick Riviera. (603 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Ram |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
