1987 Buick Regal vs. 1983 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini LM 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 192 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. 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 1987 Buick Regal. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal. 1987 Buick Regal 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. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Buick Regal | 1983 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Regal | LM |
Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 4754 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |