1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2009 Lincoln MKS is newer by 38 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 38 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln MKS. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln MKS.
Because 2009 Lincoln MKS 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, 2009 Lincoln MKS 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln MKS. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2009 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Riviera | MKS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2870 mm |
