1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 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 204 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 780 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
Model | 100 | Riviera |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 7050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 645 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 106.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |