1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1992 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456M is newer by 24 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, 1992 Ferrari 456M (437 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456M.
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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 456M. (540 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1992 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Riviera | 456M |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 437 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1770 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |
