1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Riviera | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
