1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1958 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1958 Maserati 350S.
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 1958 Maserati 350S has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati 350S 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 | 1958 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Riviera | 350S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2330 mm |
