1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Challenger is newer by 41 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, 2012 Dodge Challenger (376 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Buick Riviera. (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 188 kg more than 2012 Dodge Challenger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Challenger. (555 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Challenger. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2012 Dodge Challenger has manual transmission. 2012 Dodge Challenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2012 Dodge Challenger | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Riviera | Challenger |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 555 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5022 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2946 mm |