1978 BMW 628 vs. 1963 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1978 BMW 628 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1978 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 628.
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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 628 | 1963 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 628 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
