1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 530 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viscount.
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. 1996 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1968 Vauxhall Viscount has manual transmission. 1968 Vauxhall Viscount will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1968 Vauxhall Viscount | |
| Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
| Model | Roadmaster | Viscount |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2649 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
