2009 BMW 130 vs. 1965 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 44 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 27 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 576 kg more than 2009 BMW 130. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 1965 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 130 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
