1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1970 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1976 Buick Riviera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (246 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 445 kg more than 1970 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1976 Buick Riviera (380 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jaguar E-Type. (357 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jaguar E-Type. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1970 Jaguar E-Type has manual transmission. 1970 Jaguar E-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 1970 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Riviera | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 246 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
