1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 163 kg more than 2010 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan GT-R. (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan GT-R. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan GT-R has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
