1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1965 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 80 kg more than 1965 Jaguar Type S.
Because 1965 Jaguar Type S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Jaguar Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1965 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Riviera | Type S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
