1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1978 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1978 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1978 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1978 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Riviera | Countach |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
