1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 116 kg more than 2005 BMW 320.
Because 2005 BMW 320 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 2005 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2005 BMW 320 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Riviera | 320 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |