1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is newer by 23 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 5 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 385 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. (323 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa 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 | 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Riviera | 348 TS Targa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
