1977 BMW 728 vs. 1972 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1977 BMW 728 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1977 BMW 728. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 504 kg more than 1977 BMW 728. 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 728. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 728. 1972 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 728 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 728 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 1972 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 728 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 95 L |
