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 |