1967 Buick Riviera vs. 1951 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1967 Buick Riviera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 950 kg more than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1967 Buick Riviera | 1951 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Riviera | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7048 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
