1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta 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 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta. (302 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta has manual transmission. 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta 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 | 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
| Model | Riviera | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
