2008 BMW M5 vs. 1967 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 41 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, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1967 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 BMW M5.
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:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 1967 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M5 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 7048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
