1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1986 Lamborghini LM002
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini LM002 weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1972 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lamborghini LM002 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 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, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini LM002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 1986 Lamborghini LM002 | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Skylark | LM002 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 169 L |
