2000 BMW 730 vs. 1995 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Because 2000 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 730 | 1995 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 730 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
