2007 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 161 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1997 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
