1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 34 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 58 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 486 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Riviera | 300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2960 mm |
