1999 BMW V12 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1999 BMW V12 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, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 BMW V12.
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, 1999 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Buick Riviera. (645 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | V12 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Top Speed | 350 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
