1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2007 Lincoln MKX 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 40 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln MKX. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln MKX.
Because 2007 Lincoln MKX 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 Lincoln MKX 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2007 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Riviera | MKX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
