1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Holden UTE
To start off, 2005 Holden UTE 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 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 84 more horse power than 2005 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 396 kg more than 2005 Holden UTE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden UTE. (305 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Buick Riviera | 2005 Holden UTE | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Riviera | UTE |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 305 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |