1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1978 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. (345 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1978 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1978 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 1978 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Eldorado | Countach |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |
