1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 21 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
Because 2010 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Riviera | 325 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |