1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1988 Lamborghini Project P140
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 (372 HP) has 222 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 319 kg more than 1988 Lamborghini Project P140.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 (391 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm). This means 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Skylark | Project P140 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 372 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1286 kg |
