1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1948 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1948 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1948 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1948 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Riviera | 1948 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Riviera | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
