1967 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1967 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 246 kg more than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Buick Riviera | 2001 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Riviera | XLR |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7048 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
