2008 BMW 525 vs. 1965 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 43 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 73 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 421 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 525 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:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1965 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 525 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 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 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
