1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (613 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 839 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.
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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,357 Nm) has 754 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Buick Riviera. (603 Nm). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Buick | Maybach |
| Model | Riviera | 57 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |
