2000 BMW 318 vs. 1967 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 540 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. 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. 1967 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 1967 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 318 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 7048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
