2003 BMW 760 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera

To start off, 2003 BMW 760 is newer by 35 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, 2003 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 760 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 760. (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 760.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW 760 1968 Buick Riviera
Make BMW Buick
Model 760 Riviera
Year Released 2003 1968
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 7050 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 440 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 645 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 106.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 99.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 3030 mm


 

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