1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 20 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, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1991 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 125 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 2011 BMW 125. 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125. 1991 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Buick Riviera | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Riviera | 125 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |