1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1991 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1991 Ginetta G32 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 97 more horse power than 1991 Ginetta G32. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1991 Ginetta G32. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1991 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ginetta G32. (298 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ginetta G32. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1991 Ginetta G32 has manual transmission. 1991 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 | 1991 Ginetta G32 | |
| Make | Buick | Ginetta |
| Model | Riviera | G32 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 243 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 | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1050 mm |
