1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum will offer significantly more control. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
