1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 42 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 2010 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 48 kg more than 2010 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2010 Acura RL | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Riviera | RL |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |