1969 Austin Maxi vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1969 Austin Maxi is newer by 1 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 234 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 900 kg more than 1969 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Austin Maxi, 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 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1969 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1969 Austin Maxi 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:
| 1969 Austin Maxi | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Maxi | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
