1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 538 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf, 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Buick Riviera | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Riviera | Golf |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |