1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 46 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 101 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Buick Riviera | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | R |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 440 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |