1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 42 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 74 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (237 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 135 kg more than 1971 Buick Riviera.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, both vehicles can yield 617 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz M has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1971 Buick Riviera | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | M |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 15.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2915 mm |