1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 41 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 51 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 171 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2009 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Riviera | SRX |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2071 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |