1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Lexus GX
To start off, 2005 Lexus GX is newer by 33 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, 2005 Lexus GX (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 174 kg more than 1972 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus GX. (434 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Riviera | 2005 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Riviera | GX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 87 L |
