1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1965 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Calais is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 603 kg more than 1965 Lamborghini 400.
Because 1965 Lamborghini 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Lamborghini 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lamborghini 400. (355 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lamborghini 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1965 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Calais | 400 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 86 L |
