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 |