1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 19 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) has 190 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 650 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. 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 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Graduate | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
