1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 534 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Riviera | ML |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
