1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1972 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 610 kg more than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo. (500 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Riviera | 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Riviera | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
