1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 29 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 20 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | E |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |