1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 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 167 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 604 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Riviera | 307 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |