1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 43 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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 561 kg more than 2008 Maserati MC12.
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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Buick Riviera. (603 Nm). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Buick Riviera. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2008 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2008 Maserati MC12 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 | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Riviera | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
