1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 37 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 246 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2005 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Riviera | XLR |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
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 |