1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Bravo would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (297 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 581 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo.
Because 1974 Lamborghini Bravo 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 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera, 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, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1974 Lamborghini Bravo has manual transmission. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Buick Riviera | 1974 Lamborghini Bravo | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Riviera | Bravo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 64.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 120 L |