1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 42 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (632 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Buick Riviera. (603 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Riviera | R |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 632 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
