1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1955 Fiat V8
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat V8 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 180 more horse power than 1955 Fiat V8. (125 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 760 kg more than 1955 Fiat V8. 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 1955 Fiat V8 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat V8 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 | 1955 Fiat V8 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Riviera | V8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
