2004 BMW 325 vs. 1963 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1963 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
