1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1969 Pontiac GTO is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (425 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 500 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
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 | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Riviera | GTO |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 69 L |
