1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe 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 251 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1310 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | Riviera | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 1820 mm |
