1979 Buick Electra vs. 1992 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini LM is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 875 kg more than 1979 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1992 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1992 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1992 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Electra | LM |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2700 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 |