1967 Buick Riviera vs. 1967 Mini MK II
To start off, both 1967 Buick Riviera and 1967 Mini MK II were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 252 more horse power than 1967 Mini MK II. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1967 Mini MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Mini MK II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1967 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1967 Mini MK II has manual transmission. 1967 Mini MK II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Buick Riviera | 1967 Mini MK II | |
Make | Buick | Mini |
Model | Riviera | MK II |
Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7048 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |