1970 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1970 Buick Riviera. (265 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Riviera.
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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Riviera. (522 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Riviera | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Riviera | XKR |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |