1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1974 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 1974 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 6 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 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Brougham. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 430 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 | 1974 Cadillac Brougham | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Riviera | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 7732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3390 mm |
