1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Riviera (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 680 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911. 1999 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1968 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1968 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Riviera | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
