1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1968 Buick Riviera

To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 27 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 155 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 530 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV 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:

1995 Alfa Romeo GTV 1968 Buick Riviera
Make Alfa Romeo Buick
Model GTV Riviera
Year Released 1995 1968
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 7050 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 645 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Top Speed 204 km/hour 193 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L


 

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