1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1967 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 330 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 9 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 467 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 330. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 330. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 330 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 | 1967 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Riviera | 330 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
