1973 AC 428 vs. 1965 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1973 AC 428 is newer by 8 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 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 466 kg more than 1973 AC 428.
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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Buick Riviera. (603 Nm). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Buick Riviera. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1973 AC 428 has manual transmission. 1973 AC 428 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.
Compare all specifications:
1973 AC 428 | 1965 Buick Riviera | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | 428 | Riviera |
Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7002 cc | 6966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 639 Nm | 603 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |