1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1966 MG MGC
To start off, 1972 Buick Riviera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG MGC would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1966 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1966 MG MGC.
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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG MGC. 1972 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1966 MG MGC has manual transmission. 1966 MG MGC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Riviera | 1966 MG MGC | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | Riviera | MGC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |
