1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Lexus SC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus SC (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 134 kg more than 2007 Lexus SC.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2007 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2007 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Riviera | SC |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
