1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Dodge Magnum

To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 38 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 105 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Magnum.

Because 2006 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, 2006 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Magnum.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 2006 Dodge Magnum
Make Buick Dodge
Model Riviera Magnum
Year Released 1968 2006
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 2701 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 305 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4850 RPM
Engine Bore Size 106.2 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.4 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
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 68 L


 

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