1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1972 Buick Riviera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 660 kg more than 1971 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Statesman. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Riviera | Statesman |
Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2900 mm |