1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago (670 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Riviera. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago has manual transmission. 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Buick Riviera | 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Riviera | Murcielago |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 6500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 670 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2057 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1135 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2664 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |