1967 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 420 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Riviera | 911 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7048 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |