1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 MCC ForTwo

To start off, 2003 MCC ForTwo 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2003 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 565 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForTwo. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2003 MCC ForTwo has manual transmission. 2003 MCC ForTwo 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 MCC ForTwo
Make Buick MCC
Model Riviera ForTwo
Year Released 1968 2003
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 7050 cc 698 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 80 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 730 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 1810 mm