1970 Buick Riviera vs. 1996 Mini MK VII
To start off, 1996 Mini MK VII is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Riviera (265 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1996 Mini MK VII. (96 HP @ 6130 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1996 Mini MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1251 kg more than 1996 Mini MK VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mini MK VII, 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, 1970 Buick Riviera (522 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Riviera | 1996 Mini MK VII | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Riviera | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6130 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |
