1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1986 Lamborghini LM002
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 is newer by 18 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, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini LM002 weights approximately 792 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lamborghini LM002 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lamborghini LM002. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lamborghini LM002. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1986 Lamborghini LM002 has manual transmission. 1986 Lamborghini LM002 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.
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1968 Buick Riviera | 1986 Lamborghini LM002 | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Riviera | LM002 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 5167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 169 L |