1998 BMW 328 vs. 1971 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1998 BMW 328. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 BMW 328. 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 328. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 328. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 328 | 1971 Buick Riviera | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 328 | Riviera |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |