1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera.
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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XKR. (542 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Riviera | XKR |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
