1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 745 kg more than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo. (539 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | DeVille | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
