1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 39 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 104 kg more than 1965 Buick Riviera.
Because 1965 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (211 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2004 Mercedes-Benz V has manual transmission. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2004 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Riviera | V |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
