1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 1 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Riviera | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1411 mm |
