1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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 15 more horse power than 2007 Saab 9-7X. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 9-7X.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 9-7X. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Buick | Saab |
Model | Riviera | 9-7X |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4160 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 101.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |