1989 Buick Estate vs. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 455 kg more than 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo.

Because 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Estate. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Buick Estate 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Buick Lamborghini
Model Estate Gallardo
Year Released 1989 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 6597 cc 4961 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 182 HP 493 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
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 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2570 mm


 

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