1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 48 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (343 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 339 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (400 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2013 Hyundai Genesis has manual transmission. 2013 Hyundai Genesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1965 Buick Riviera | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Riviera | Genesis |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
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 | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1865 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1385 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |