1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1976 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lamborghini Urraco (260 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 366 kg more than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1976 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. (273 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1976 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1976 Lamborghini Urraco 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 1976 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Riviera | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 93 L |
