2001 BMW X5 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (226 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (290 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
