2007 BMW 328 vs. 2000 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Riviera.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2000 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2000 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 328 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
