2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 19 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 80 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | LaCrosse | Portofino |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 312 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 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 110 L |
