1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 120. 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 120 (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 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 120 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Riviera | 120 |
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 | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |