1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
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, 1976 Buick Riviera (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | 320 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |