1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 9 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (219 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 165 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
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 (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | 420 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |