1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1972 Buick Riviera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 720 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | W 111 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |