1974 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Lexus SC is newer by 34 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, 2008 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 474 kg more than 2008 Lexus SC.
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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus SC. (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Riviera | 2008 Lexus SC | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Riviera | SC |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |