1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 21 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 400 kg more than 1989 Jaguar F-Type.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar F-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Riviera | F-Type |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |
