1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 635 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Buick Riviera. (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Buick Riviera. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR has manual transmission. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | CLK GTR |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 6898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 770 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |