1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 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 X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 355 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 X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Riviera | X3 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |