1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 40 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 110 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | ML |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2916 mm |