1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Riviera 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 54 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 318 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 2004 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Riviera | 318 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |