2007 Acura TSX vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TSX.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera 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 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX, 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | TSX | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
