1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
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1968 Buick Riviera | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | 300 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |