1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 30 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (492 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2006 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Riviera | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
