1995 BMW S3 vs. 1967 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 28 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, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 BMW S3.
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. 1967 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW S3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1967 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | S3 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
