across 5 categories
Size
Based on gross tonnage and length
Capacity
Based on passengers and crew
Modernity
Based on year built
Service
Based on passenger-to-crew ratio (lower is better)
Spaciousness
Based on gross tonnage per passenger (higher is better)
MSC Orchestra
Riviera
Gross Tonnage
MSC Orchestra
92,409 GT
Riviera
66,084 GT
Length
MSC Orchestra
293 m
Riviera
239 m
Beam
MSC Orchestra
32 m
Riviera
32 m
Passengers
MSC Orchestra
2,550
Riviera
1,250
Crew
MSC Orchestra
987
Riviera
800
Decks
MSC Orchestra
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Riviera
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Year Built
MSC Orchestra
2,007
Riviera
2,012
Space Ratio
MSC Orchestra
36.2 GT/pax
Riviera
52.9 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC Orchestra
2.58 :1
Riviera
1.56 :1
| Specification | MSC Orchestra | Riviera |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | Oceania Cruises |
| Class | Musica Class | Marina Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,007 | 2,012Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 92,409 GTWinner | 66,084 GT |
| Length | 293 mWinner | 239 m |
| Beam | 32 m | 32 m |
| Draft | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,550Winner | 1,250 |
| Crew | 987Winner | 800 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 36.2 GT/pax | 52.9 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.58:1 | 1.56:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Aker Yards | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Panama | Marshall Islands |
| IMO Number | 9320062 | 9438078 |
MSC Orchestra is the significantly larger vessel at 92,409 GT — 40% more than Riviera's 66,084 GT. Riviera offers more personal space with a space ratio of 52.9 GT per passenger versus 36.2. Built in 2012, Riviera is 5 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC Orchestra |
| Capacity | MSC Orchestra |
| Modernity | Riviera |
| Service | Riviera |
| Spaciousness | Riviera |
Bottom line: Riviera wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
MSC Orchestra
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Riviera
53 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
1.6:1 passenger-crew ratio means exceptional service
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
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