1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1974 BMW 1502 is newer by 6 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 222 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 970 kg more than 1974 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 1502 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
