1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1962 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 400 kg more than 1962 Maserati 5000 GT.
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 1962 Maserati 5000 GT has manual transmission. 1962 Maserati 5000 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 | 1962 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Riviera | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
