1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1983 Donkervoort S7
To start off, 1983 Donkervoort S7 is newer by 15 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 195 more horse power than 1983 Donkervoort S7. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1983 Donkervoort S7.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Donkervoort S7. (163 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Donkervoort S7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1983 Donkervoort S7 | |
| Make | Buick | Donkervoort |
| Model | Riviera | S7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1080 mm |
