1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 42 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 98 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz G. (207 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz G. (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Riviera | G |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| 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 | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 96 L |
