1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS 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, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus LS. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2007 Lexus LS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Riviera | LS |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 84 L |