1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1967 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1976 Buick Riviera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Griffith (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 895 kg more than 1967 TVR Griffith.
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. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1967 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1967 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 1967 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | Riviera | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2170 mm |
