1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 46 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 7 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 277 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, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse, 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Riviera | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2173 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
