1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 BMW 118.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Riviera | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Riviera | 118 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
