1967 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 45 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1967 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 40 kg more than 1967 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX, 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.
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1967 Buick Riviera | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Riviera | SRX |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7048 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 308 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |