1996 BMW M3 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera

To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 312 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.

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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (305 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 BMW M3 1968 Buick Riviera
Make BMW Buick
Model M3 Riviera
Year Released 1996 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3001 cc 7050 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 326 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 645 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86.2 mm 106.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.9 mm 99.4 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1588 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3030 mm


 

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