1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1989 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini LM is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 535 kg more than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini LM. (511 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 1989 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sixty | LM |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |
