1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 559 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | GL |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |