2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1976 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 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 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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 (435 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1976 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z4 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
