1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 45 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, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago (670 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 331 kg more than 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Buick Riviera. (603 Nm). This means 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Buick Riviera. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago has manual transmission. 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago 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 | 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Riviera | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 670 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2057 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2664 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
