1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera 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 12 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 505 kg more than 1976 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman. 1972 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Statesman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Riviera | Statesman |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5040 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2900 mm |