1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1966 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr Haflinger 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 281 more horse power than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1966 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1966 Steyr Haflinger 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 | 1966 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Buick | Steyr |
| Model | Riviera | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1510 mm |
