1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-350. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-350.
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, 2010 Ford E-350, 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 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
