1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 BMW 118

To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 515 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 2011 BMW 118
Make Buick BMW
Model Riviera 118
Year Released 1968 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4239 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1748 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1421 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 51 L


 

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