2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1963 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 43 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 66 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 1963 Buick Riviera | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Z4 | Riviera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6571 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |