1970 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Riviera (265 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (237 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 144 kg more than 1970 Buick Riviera.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Riviera. (522 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Riviera | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Riviera | S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3165 mm |
