1974 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1974 Buick Riviera. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 870 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
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, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Riviera. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Riviera. 1974 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2005 Marcos TSO has manual transmission. 2005 Marcos TSO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Riviera | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | Buick | Marcos |
| Model | Riviera | TSO |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2290 mm |
