1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 35 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, 2007 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 288 kg more than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
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, 2007 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Riviera. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 2007 Dodge Magnum | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Riviera | Magnum |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6059 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |