1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon 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 10 more horse power than 2007 GMC Yukon. (295 HP @ 500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Yukon.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Yukon. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2007 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Riviera | Yukon |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 500 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |