2005 BMW 530 vs. 1970 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Riviera (265 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Buick Riviera (522 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 1970 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1970 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 530 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
