1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera.
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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Corvette |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 6160 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 103.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |