1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Buick Riviera. (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 207 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
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, 2006 Chrysler 300, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Riviera | 300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6064 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3050 mm |
