1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 26 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 45 kg more than 1976 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | E |
Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2970 mm |