1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Lexus GS
To start off, 2004 Lexus GS is newer by 32 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 30 more horse power than 2004 Lexus GS. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Lexus GS. 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) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus GS. (298 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Riviera | 2004 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Riviera | GS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
