2000 Acura RL vs. 1965 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 35 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 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 221 kg more than 2000 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Buick Riviera 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 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL, 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura RL. (304 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 1965 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RL | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 6966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
