1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 TVR Griffith

To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith 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 TVR Griffith (320 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 850 kg more than 2000 TVR Griffith.

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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Griffith. (434 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Griffith. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Griffith 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 TVR Griffith
Make Buick TVR
Model Riviera Griffith
Year Released 1968 2000
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 4988 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 305 HP 320 HP
Torque 645 Nm 434 Nm
Top Speed 193 km/hour 268 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2290 mm


 

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