1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 630 kg more than 1970 Buick Centurion. 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 1970 Buick Centurion. 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Centurion. 1970 Buick Centurion 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. 1970 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Buick Centurion | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Centurion | LM |
Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 5166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 449 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3010 mm |