1981 BMW 725 vs. 1976 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1981 BMW 725 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 725.
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, 1976 Buick Riviera (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 725 | 1976 Buick Riviera | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 725 | Riviera |
Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 6595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |