1959 BMW 700 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 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 267 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 700 | Riviera |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 7050 cc |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 645 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 106.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 99.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3030 mm |