1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 39 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 (329 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Buick Riviera. (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 720 kg more than 2010 Infiniti G37.
Because 2010 Infiniti G37 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti G37. (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Riviera | G37 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |