1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Toyota Ractis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Ractis 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.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Ractis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Ractis. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Ractis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2006 Toyota Ractis | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Riviera | Ractis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1299 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
