1967 Buick Riviera vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1968 Pontiac GTO is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1967 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:
| 1967 Buick Riviera | 1968 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Riviera | GTO |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7048 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 69 L |
