2009 BMW 335 vs. 1998 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 11 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, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1998 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 335 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4130 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
