1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 6 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (461 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Buick Riviera 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make Buick Mercedes-Benz
Model Riviera SL
Year Released 1965 1998
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6966 cc 4966 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 288 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 603 Nm 461 Nm
Engine Bore Size 104.8 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 84 mm
Top Speed 193 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1896 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 80 L


 

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