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 104 more horse power than 2005 Lexus RX. (201 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 10 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (296 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.

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 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 305 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 106.2 mm 87.5 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
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1910 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 72 L


 

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