1996 BMW 332 vs. 1965 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 336 kg more than 1996 BMW 332.
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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 332. (350 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 332. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 1965 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 332 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 6966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
