2006 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 38 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 90 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 525 | Riviera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 7050 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 645 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 106.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 99.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |