1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 32 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 280 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | SL |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |