1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 40 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 197 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
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 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Riviera | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |