1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 345 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 1973 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | C |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4592 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |