2008 BMW 523 vs. 1976 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 BMW 523.
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, 1976 Buick Riviera (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 1976 Buick Riviera | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 523 | Riviera |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |