1991 Buick Reatta vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (395 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1991 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 908 kg more than 1991 Buick Reatta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X5 (610 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Reatta. (286 Nm). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Reatta | X5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |
