1978 Buick Electra vs. 1982 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini LM is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 815 kg more than 1978 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Electra. (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Electra. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1982 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1982 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 1982 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Electra | LM |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
