1970 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Porsche 3400
To start off, 2000 Porsche 3400 is newer by 30 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, 2000 Porsche 3400 (310 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Buick Riviera. (265 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 3400 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Riviera.
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, 1970 Buick Riviera (522 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 3400. (359 Nm). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 3400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Riviera | 2000 Porsche 3400 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Riviera | 3400 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
