1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 728 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Porsche 912 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 1967 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera, 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (387 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1967 Porsche 912 has manual transmission. 1967 Porsche 912 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Riviera | 912 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
