1967 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 38 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, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1967 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1967 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Ferrari Maranello.
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. 1967 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari Maranello 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Buick Riviera | 2005 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Riviera | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7048 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 105 L |
