1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick Skylark. 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, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Skylark | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
