1992 BMW 540 vs. 1967 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 179 kg more than 1992 BMW 540. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1967 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 540 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 7048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
