1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 20 kg more than 1956 Chrysler C.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1956 Chrysler C | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Riviera | C |
Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 5801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |