1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 36 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1971 Buick Riviera. (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Riviera. (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | CLS |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6208 cc |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |