1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 153 kg more than 2006 Lexus SC.
Because 2006 Lexus SC 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 2006 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera, 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, 2006 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Riviera | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Riviera | SC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
