2007 BMW 750 vs. 1999 Buick Riviera

To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1999 Buick Riviera. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 750 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 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, 2007 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Riviera.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 750 1999 Buick Riviera
Make BMW Buick
Model 750 Riviera
Year Released 2007 1999
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4797 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 205 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 96.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1835 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1400 mm


 

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