1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 47 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 159 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Buick Riviera. (603 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
