1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 194 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Riviera | 407 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |