2005 Buick Regal vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 2005 Buick Regal is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Portofino would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Regal weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
Because 1987 Lamborghini Portofino 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 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Regal, 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, 2005 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. 2005 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1987 Lamborghini Portofino has manual transmission. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Buick Regal | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Regal | Portofino |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 110 L |