1964 Buick Electra vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Buick Electra 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 30 more horse power than 1964 Buick Electra. (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1964 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Buick Electra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Buick Electra | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Electra | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3030 mm |
