1967 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 45 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 65 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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.
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1967 Buick Riviera | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | ML |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7048 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |