1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Maybach 62
To start off, 2005 Maybach 62 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 62 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1995 Buick Riviera. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1995 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Maybach 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Riviera. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 2005 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Buick | Maybach |
| Model | Riviera | 62 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
