1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 41 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 223 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Because 1972 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Riviera | XTS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2831 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |