1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Nissan R 391
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 391 is newer by 31 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 153 more horse power than 1999 Nissan R 391. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan R 391.
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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan R 391. (359 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan R 391.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1999 Nissan R 391 | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | R 391 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
