1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Dodge Viper

To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 35 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 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 377 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.

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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Buick Riviera. (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Buick Riviera. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Viper 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 2003 Dodge Viper
Make Buick Dodge
Model Riviera Viper
Year Released 1968 2003
Body Type Coupe Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 8195 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 305 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 712 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 106.2 mm 102.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.4 mm 100.6 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 1523 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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