2001 BMW M vs. 1974 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 665 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M. 1974 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1974 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 95 L |
