1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis 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 Hyundai Genesis (343 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 503 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (400 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. 1972 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2013 Hyundai Genesis has manual transmission. 2013 Hyundai Genesis 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 | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Riviera | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
