1995 BMW 317 vs. 1973 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 22 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, 1973 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 685 kg more than 1995 BMW 317. 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, 1973 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 317. 1973 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 317 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 317 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:
1995 BMW 317 | 1973 Buick Riviera | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 317 | Riviera |
Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1665 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |