1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 235 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (541 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Riviera | XJ |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |