1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 631 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1985 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1985 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | 62 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 110 L |
