1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 41 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 84 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 398 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | R |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2987 cc |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |