2008 BMW X5 vs. 1997 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 127 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1997 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |
