1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 21 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (317 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 40 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | S |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |