1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1970 Chrysler 300
To start off, 1970 Chrysler 300 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 7,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler 300 (370 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera.
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, 1970 Chrysler 300, 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, 1970 Chrysler 300 (651 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Buick Riviera. (645 Nm). This means 1970 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1970 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Riviera | 300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 7209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 370 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
