1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 46 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, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 556 kg more than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo. (539 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Riviera | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 539 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 | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
