1967 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 44 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1967 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1967 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 15 kg more than 1967 Buick Riviera. 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. 1967 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2011 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V 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 | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Riviera | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7048 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
