1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1953 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Corvette 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 155 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Corvette. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 607 kg more than 1953 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 | 1953 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Riviera | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
