1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan 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 67 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 64 kg more than 2006 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Buick Riviera | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Riviera | Milan |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 278 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |