1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos 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 105 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos, 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Eos 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Riviera | Eos |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
