1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3520 mm |
