1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1972 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Riviera. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | 600 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |