1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 43 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, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 420 kg more than 2011 Lexus LFA.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus LFA. (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus LFA. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2011 Lexus LFA has manual transmission. 2011 Lexus LFA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Riviera | LFA |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4805 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8700 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4505 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2605 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |