1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1990 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G32 is newer by 22 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 170 more horse power than 1990 Ginetta G32. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1990 Ginetta G32. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1144 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G32. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ginetta G32. (145 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ginetta G32. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1990 Ginetta G32 has manual transmission. 1990 Ginetta G32 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1990 Ginetta G32 | |
Make | Buick | Ginetta |
Model | Riviera | G32 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 145 Nm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2220 mm |