1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 36 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | E |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |