2009 BMW X6 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 41 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 73 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X6. (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X6 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
