1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 194 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Silverado |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 454 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2094 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |