2007 BMW X5 vs. 1970 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Buick Riviera. (265 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1970 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 1970 Buick Riviera (522 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 1970 Buick Riviera | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | X5 | Riviera |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |