1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 30 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 970 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Buick | Maybach |
Model | Riviera | 57 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 5982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3400 mm |