1979 Buick Regal vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1979 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Regal | LM |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
