1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Buick Riviera. (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Riviera | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
