1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 39 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 110 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Riviera | Sierra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 129 L |