1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports 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 287 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Sports |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2160 mm |
