1999 BMW 529 vs. 1972 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 415 kg more than 1999 BMW 529. 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 529. (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 529. 1972 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 529 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 529 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 1972 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 529 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
