1974 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 32 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 816 kg more than 1974 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350, 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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Riviera | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | E-350 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 132 L |