1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bizzarrini A3C would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 640 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1967 Bizzarrini A3C has manual transmission. 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Buick |
| Model | A3C | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
