1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1986 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini LM is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 128 kg more than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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 Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lamborghini LM. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1986 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1986 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1986 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Fleetwood | LM |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 169 L |
