1959 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 640 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac DeVille | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | DeVille | Portofino |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3050 mm |
