1967 Buick Riviera vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 30 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1967 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1967 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 748 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
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 | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Riviera | W12 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7048 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
