1994 BMW 735 vs. 1971 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1994 BMW 735 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1994 BMW 735. (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 220 kg more than 1994 BMW 735. 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 735. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 735. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW 735 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW 735 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 735 | 1971 Buick Riviera | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 735 | Riviera |
Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3110 mm |