1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire

To start off, 1970 Triumph Spitfire 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) has 238 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 1970 Triumph Spitfire
Make Buick Triumph
Model Riviera Spitfire
Year Released 1968 1970
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 1294 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 67 HP
Torque 645 Nm 99 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 750 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 3690 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2110 mm


 

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