2000 BMW 323 vs. 1963 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 BMW 323. 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1963 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 323 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
