1991 BMW M12 vs. 1973 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Riviera.
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, 1973 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW M12. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW M12. 1973 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW M12 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW M12 | 1973 Buick Riviera | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M12 | Riviera |
Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3110 mm |