1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 30 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 109 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2006 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Riviera | XLR |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
