2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 35 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 58 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will offer significantly more control. 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Kamal | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
