1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 620 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | R |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |