2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z4. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 514 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4. 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z4. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW Z4 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Z4 | Riviera |
Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 7050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 645 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 106.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 99.4 mm |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |