1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano is newer by 3 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 219 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 852 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Caimano | Riviera |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 7050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 645 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3030 mm |