1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1982 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini LM is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1982 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
Model | Eldorado | LM |
Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4754 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 69.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3010 mm |