1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000

To start off, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is newer by 32 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, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (771 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Ferrari F1 2000.

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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari F1 2000. (373 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari F1 2000. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 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 2000 Ferrari F1 2000
Make Buick Ferrari
Model Riviera F1 2000
Year Released 1968 2000
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 7050 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 305 HP 771 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 373 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 1 seats
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 970 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3020 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 95 L


 

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