1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1964 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Cadillac Eldorado 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 97 more horse power than 1964 Cadillac Eldorado. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1964 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
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 | 1964 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Riviera | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
