1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 599 is newer by 42 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, 2010 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 212 kg more than 2010 Ferrari 599.
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. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2010 Ferrari 599 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.
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1968 Buick Riviera | 2010 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Riviera | 599 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 611 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1688 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 105 L |