1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1973 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 391 kg more than 1973 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS 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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Riviera. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 2011 Lexus LS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Riviera | LS |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 84 L |