2005 BMW 325 vs. 1971 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1971 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |
