2009 BMW 635 vs. 1965 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 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 6 more horse power than 2009 BMW 635. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 635.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 635. (580 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 635.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 635 | 1965 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 635 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
