2007 BMW 523 vs. 1965 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 42 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 406 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 523 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:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 1965 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 523 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 6966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
