1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 45 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 442 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman 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, 2013 Mini Countryman 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Countryman 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 | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Riviera | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |
