1967 Buick Riviera vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 100 kg more than 1967 Buick Riviera.
Because 1967 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 1967 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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.
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1967 Buick Riviera | 1997 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | V |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7048 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |