1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Mini MK VII
To start off, 2000 Mini MK VII 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2000 Mini MK VII. (96 HP @ 6130 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Mini MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2000 Mini MK VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mini MK VII, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2000 Mini MK VII | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Riviera | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6130 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |
