1988 Buick Electra vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 1985 Lamborghini Countach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1985 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1985 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Buick Electra | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Electra | Countach |
Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 448 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |