1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1967 Mini MK I
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini MK I 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 271 more horse power than 1967 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1967 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Mini MK I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini MK I. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1967 Mini MK I has manual transmission. 1967 Mini MK I 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 Mini MK I | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Riviera | MK I |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |
