1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1998 Panoz Q9
To start off, 1998 Panoz Q9 is newer by 30 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.
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, 1998 Panoz Q9 (678 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Buick Riviera. (645 Nm). This means 1998 Panoz Q9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1998 Panoz Q9 | |
| Make | Buick | Panoz |
| Model | Riviera | Q9 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
