1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Dodge Challenger

To start off, 2012 Dodge Challenger is newer by 44 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, 2012 Dodge Challenger (376 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 48 kg more than 2012 Dodge Challenger.

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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Challenger. (555 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Challenger. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2012 Dodge Challenger has manual transmission. 2012 Dodge Challenger 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 2012 Dodge Challenger
Make Buick Dodge
Model Riviera Challenger
Year Released 1968 2012
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 305 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5150 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 555 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1852 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 5022 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1923 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2946 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 72 L


 

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