1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 36 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | ML |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 616 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2916 mm |