1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1963 Buick Riviera. (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1963 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago 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, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Buick Riviera. (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Riviera | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 6496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
