1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1968 Lotus 49
To start off, both 1968 Buick Riviera and 1968 Lotus 49 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus 49 (405 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus 49 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1384 kg more than 1968 Lotus 49.
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 1968 Lotus 49 has manual transmission. 1968 Lotus 49 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 | 1968 Lotus 49 | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | Riviera | 49 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 516 kg |
