1987 Buick Estate vs. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago 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, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Estate. 1987 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago has manual transmission. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Estate | 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Estate | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 6495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
