1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1985 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini LM is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 935 kg more than 1976 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1985 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1985 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Buick Riviera | 1985 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Riviera | LM |
Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 5167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 449 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |