1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1959 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lincoln Continental (349 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 323 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera. 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 | 1959 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Riviera | Continental |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3330 mm |
