1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1946 Triumph 1800
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Triumph 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Triumph 1800 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 241 more horse power than 1946 Triumph 1800. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 808 kg more than 1946 Triumph 1800. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1946 Triumph 1800 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Riviera | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
