1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 477 kg more than 1972 Buick Riviera.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Riviera | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Ram |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 132 L |
