1999 BMW 730 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1999 BMW 730 is newer by 31 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 115 more horse power than 1999 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 154 kg more than 1999 BMW 730. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 730. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 730 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:
1999 BMW 730 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 730 | Riviera |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 7050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 645 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 106.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |