1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1990 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini LM is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 804 kg more than 1965 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lamborghini LM. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1990 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1990 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 1990 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Riviera | LM |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 169 L |
