1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 40 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | CL |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |