2006 BMW 740 vs. 1965 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 740. (390 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 740. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 740 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 1965 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 740 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 6966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
