1967 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 46 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1967 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1967 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 150 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.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Buick Riviera | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Riviera | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7048 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
