1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Riviera would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 144 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Riviera | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4345 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
