1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Hummer H1
To start off, 2006 Hummer H1 is newer by 38 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 5 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H1. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1372 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2006 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Buick Riviera. (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2006 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Buick | Hummer |
| Model | Riviera | H1 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 6604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 3272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 195 L |
