1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX 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 37 more horse power than 2005 Lexus RX. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 215 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2005 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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, 2005 Lexus RX (840 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Buick Riviera. (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2005 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Riviera | RX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 840 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
