1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 32 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX 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 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Riviera | FX |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |