1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 41 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 394 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2009 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Riviera | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 325 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 | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |