1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1991 Porsche 964
To start off, 1991 Porsche 964 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 964. (261 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 964. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 695 kg more than 1991 Porsche 964. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Porsche 964 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, 1991 Porsche 964 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 964. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 964 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 964 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 Porsche 964 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Riviera | 964 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |