1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 33 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (232 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (344 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Riviera | ML |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
