1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1972 Ginetta G15
To start off, 1972 Ginetta G15 is newer by 4 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 254 more horse power than 1972 Ginetta G15. (51 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1972 Ginetta G15.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ginetta G15. (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1972 Ginetta G15 | |
| Make | Buick | Ginetta |
| Model | Riviera | G15 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
