1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2003 GMC Sierra 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2003 GMC Sierra. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sierra weights approximately 45 kg more 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sierra. (386 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sierra. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2003 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2003 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Riviera | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3380 mm |
