1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 69 kg more than 1998 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M. 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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Riviera | M |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |