1967 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1967 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1967 Buick Riviera. 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. 1967 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Buick Riviera | 2010 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Riviera | M6 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7048 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2781 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
