1980 Buick Electra vs. 1983 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini LM is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 910 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1983 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1983 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1983 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Electra | LM |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 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 |
