1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW Z3 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 Z3 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z3 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
