1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 30 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 346 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Buick Riviera. (645 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Buick Riviera. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage 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:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | Project Vantage | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
