1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1983 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini LM is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 995 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1983 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Skylark | LM |
Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4754 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |