1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 34 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Maserati Spyder.
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 @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Maserati Spyder. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2002 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2002 Maserati Spyder 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 | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Riviera | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
