1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Cadillac LMP
To start off, 2001 Cadillac LMP is newer by 33 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 5 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac LMP. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac LMP.
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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac LMP. (401 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac LMP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2001 Cadillac LMP | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Riviera | LMP |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3090 mm |
