1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 31 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, 2007 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Because 2007 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2007 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Riviera | FX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
