1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX is newer by 45 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 23 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (265 HP @ 6950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1965 Buick Riviera.
Because 1965 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2010 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Riviera | SRX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
