1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 735 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo. (540 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Calais | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4386 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1165 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
