1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Navigator 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 5 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 536 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2007 Lincoln Navigator 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 Navigator 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2007 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Riviera | Navigator |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 128 L |