1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 964 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Riviera | Ram |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 5621 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 509 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 91 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 132 L |