1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1970 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1970 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 2 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 7,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac DeVille. (288 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
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 | 1970 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Riviera | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 7735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |
