1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge 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, 2011 Ford Edge (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 50 kg more than 1965 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Edge, 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Edge. (379 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Edge |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 379 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 | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
