1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 41 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 3 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 681 kg more 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (400 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Buick Riviera | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Riviera | Savana |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |