1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1997 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Riviera | 530 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |