1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 40 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 101 more horse power than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Riviera | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2675 mm |
