1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 TVR T 350
To start off, 2006 TVR T 350 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 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 666 kg more than 2006 TVR T 350.
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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 TVR T 350. (391 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 TVR T 350. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2006 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2006 TVR T 350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Buick Riviera | 2006 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Buick | TVR |
Model | Riviera | T 350 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 391 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |