1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1976 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1995 BMW Z3. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 590 kg more than 1995 BMW Z3. 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 1976 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z3 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 6595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |
