1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Acura CL
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 460 kg more than 2001 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL, 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2001 Acura CL | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Riviera | CL |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |