1963 BMW 700 vs. 1971 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1971 Buick Riviera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1374 kg more than 1963 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 700 | 1971 Buick Riviera | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 700 | Riviera |
Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3110 mm |