1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Jaguar X400
To start off, 2002 Jaguar X400 is newer by 34 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, 2002 Jaguar X400 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar X400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Jaguar X400.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar X400. (525 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar X400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2002 Jaguar X400 | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Riviera | X400 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 69 L |
