1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 32 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (543 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 2000 Lamborghini Diablo 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. (621 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2000 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo 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 | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Riviera | Diablo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 5992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |