2008 Acura TL vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 40 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 47 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 322 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | TL | Riviera |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 7050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 645 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |