1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM is newer by 20 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 800 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 1988 Lamborghini LM 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, 1988 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini LM. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1988 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1988 Lamborghini LM 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 | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Riviera | LM |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| 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 | 1900 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 169 L |
