1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT 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 57 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (248 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 855 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT 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 | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Riviera | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
