2002 BMW 320 vs. 1976 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 465 kg more than 2002 BMW 320. 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 320 | 1976 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 320 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2950 mm |
