2007 BMW 730 vs. 1967 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 BMW 730. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 BMW 730. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 1967 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 730 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 7048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
