1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago

To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago 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 Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago.

Because 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago 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 Murcielago 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, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Buick Riviera. (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Buick Riviera. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago has manual transmission. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago 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 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago
Make Buick Lamborghini
Model Riviera Murcielago
Year Released 1968 2009
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 7050 cc 6495 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 305 HP 631 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 660 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 6000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 106.2 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.4 mm 89 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 193 km/hour 340 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 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 2060 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 100 L


 

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