1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 6,195 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1985 Buick Wildcat. (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Wildcat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 330 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Wildcat. (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Wildcat | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 6195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
