1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C 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 216 more horse power than 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 400 kg more than 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Riviera | 6C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1938 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 77 L |
