1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Ford 427
To start off, 2003 Ford 427 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 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford 427 (582 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford 427 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera.
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 Ford 427 (704 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Buick Riviera. (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2003 Ford 427 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | 427 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 6997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 582 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 704 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |