1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (515 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 455 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (720 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Buick Riviera. (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Riviera | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 515 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 270 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 | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |