1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1992 Italdesign Columbus
To start off, 1992 Italdesign Columbus 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Italdesign Columbus. (295 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1992 Italdesign Columbus.
Because 1992 Italdesign Columbus 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, 1992 Italdesign Columbus 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) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Italdesign Columbus. (450 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Italdesign Columbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1992 Italdesign Columbus | |
| Make | Buick | Italdesign |
| Model | Riviera | Columbus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 6000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3830 mm |
