1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion 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 245 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | Riviera | Cabrio Passion |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 33 L |
