1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1937 Buick Century
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1937 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1937 Buick Century would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1937 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1937 Buick Century.
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:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1937 Buick Century | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Riviera | Century |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1937 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 5247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 108.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
